Huawei nova 12 Pro vs Pixel 10 Pro XL: Which One Should You Buy?
Pixel 10 Pro XL edges ahead with a BeastScore of 87.2/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.
Huawei nova 12 Pro
Pixel 10 Pro XL
Pixel 10 Pro XL wins 3 of 7 categories
Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.
Bigger shape = better phone.
Scores out of 100. How we score
- SpeedPixel 10 Pro XL9095
- CameraTie9191
- VideoNot enough data
- SelfieHuawei nova 12 Pro10088
- BatteryPixel 10 Pro XL8286
- DisplayTie9090
- ConnectivityPixel 10 Pro XL70100
- SecurityNot enough data
- ValueHuawei nova 12 Pro8055
- Pixel 10 Pro XL has the bigger battery5,200 mAh vs 4,600 mAh
- Huawei nova 12 Pro charges faster100W vs 45W
- Pixel 10 Pro XL has the bigger screen6.8" vs 6.76"
- Huawei nova 12 Pro is lighter190 g vs 232 g
- Huawei nova 12 Pro launched cheaper$549 vs $1,199
- Huawei nova 12 Pro has a sharper selfie camera60 MP vs 42 MP
- Pixel 10 Pro XL has newer Bluetooth6 vs 5.2
- Pixel 10 Pro XL has more RAM16 GB vs 12 GB
- Pixel 10 Pro XL has the faster chipGoogle Tensor G5 vs HiSilicon Kirin 9010
- Pixel 10 Pro XL has faster Wi-FiWi-Fi 7 vs Wi-Fi 6E
Why buy each phone
Swipe ⇄Pixel 10 Pro XL wins — BeastScore 87.2/100
The Pixel 10 Pro XL is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (5,200 mAh vs 4,600 mAh) and bigger screen (6.8" vs 6.76"). The Huawei nova 12 Pro is worth a look if you prefer its faster charging (100W vs 45W).
Faster wired charging: 100W vs 45W · Lighter: 190 g vs 232 g (42 g less)
Larger battery: 5,200 mAh vs 4,600 mAh · Brighter screen: 3,300 nits vs 2,500 nits
Common questions
Which is better: Huawei nova 12 Pro or Pixel 10 Pro XL?
The Pixel 10 Pro XL is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (5,200 mAh vs 4,600 mAh) and bigger screen (6.8" vs 6.76"). The Huawei nova 12 Pro is worth a look if you prefer its faster charging (100W vs 45W). BeastScore: Huawei nova 12 Pro 87.7/100, Pixel 10 Pro XL 87.2/100.
What are the main battery and display differences between Huawei nova 12 Pro and Pixel 10 Pro XL?
Huawei nova 12 Pro has a 6.76-inch display and 4600 mAh battery. Pixel 10 Pro XL has a 6.8-inch display and 5200 mAh battery.
How do Huawei nova 12 Pro and Pixel 10 Pro XL compare for speed?
Huawei nova 12 Pro scores 90/100 for performance; Pixel 10 Pro XL scores 95/100.
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